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SUMMARY:The Quadripartite (FAO\, UNEP\, WHO and WOAH) and the One Health Summit: From Commitment to Action
DESCRIPTION:On the occasion of World Health Day 2026\, France will host the One Health Summit in Lyon. This summit marks a critical turning point as the world moves from political pledges to concrete\, science-based results in safeguarding the health of humans\, animals\, plants\, and our shared environment. \nIn a global landscape defined by interconnected climate and ecological challenges\, the One Health approach is the only path toward resilience. For the first time\, this summit will unite Heads of State and Government with international organizations\, private sector leaders\, and civil society to accelerate the One Health Joint Plan of Action (2022-2026). \nKey Themes & Focus Areas\nThe summit will prioritize the primary drivers of infectious and non-communicable diseases\, focusing on: \n\n\nZoonotic Reservoirs: Preventing spillover at the human-animal interface. \n\n\nAntimicrobial Resistance (AMR): Addressing one of the greatest threats to modern medicine. \n\n\nSustainable Food Systems: Ensuring food security and safety across the value chain. \n\n\nPollution & Environment: Mitigating health risks from environmental degradation. \n\n\nSummit Objectives\n\n\nAction-Oriented Multilateralism: Moving beyond silos to create a common “One Health” culture. \n\n\nInvestment & Implementation: Engaging public and private stakeholders to fund concrete health and surveillance solutions. \n\n\nScientific Innovation: Using evidence-based research to reshape global institutional frameworks.
URL:https://caawo.org/event/the-quadripartite-fao-unep-who-and-woah-and-the-one-health-summit-from-commitment-to-action
LOCATION:Lyon\, France (Hybrid Event)\, France
CATEGORIES:Animal Welfare,Climate Change,Environment,Health
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SUMMARY:20th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP20)
DESCRIPTION:20th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP20)📅 24 November – 5 December 2025📍 Silk Road Samarkand Expo Center\, Samarkand\, Uzbekistan \nThe Conference of the Parties (CoP20) will convene in Samarkand\, bringing together governments\, international organizations\, experts\, and stakeholders to address urgent global challenges in conservation\, biodiversity\, and sustainable resource management. \n🌍 Key Agenda Items \n\n\nAmendments to Appendices I & II – review of proposals to strengthen protections for species of global concern. \n\n\nPolicy & Implementation Dialogues – discussions on advancing conservation frameworks and international cooperation. \n\n\nWorking Documents & Reports – guiding decisions that will shape global environmental policy for years to come. \n\n\n✨ Why Attend CoP20? \n\n\nInfluence the direction of global conservation policy \n\n\nCollaborate with decision-makers\, NGOs\, scientists\, and industry leaders \n\n\nExplore the cultural and historic setting of Samarkand on the Silk Road \n\n\nContribute to international efforts to protect biodiversity and ecosystems \n\n\n📢 Stay InformedVisit the CoP20 dedicated webpage for the latest agenda\, working documents\, and official proposals.
URL:https://caawo.org/event/20th-meeting-of-the-conference-of-the-parties-cop20
CATEGORIES:Environment,Legal
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251020T080000
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SUMMARY:6th World Congress on Agroforestry (WCA2025)!
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 6th World Congress on Agroforestry (WCA2025)!📅 October 20–24\, 2025 | 📍 Kigali\, Rwanda🌍 Theme: Agroforestry for People\, Planet & Profit \nThe World Congress on Agroforestry is the premier global event uniting farmers\, researchers\, policymakers\, private sector leaders\, and civil society to advance sustainable land management\, climate resilience\, and agro-ecosystem innovation. \nIn 2025\, the Congress will gather in Kigali\, Rwanda for its 6th edition\, providing an international platform to exchange knowledge\, present cutting-edge research\, and showcase best practices in agroforestry systems. \n💡 Congress Thematic Sessions: \n\n\nAgroforestry’s role in a changing climate \n\n\nBiodiversity and ecosystem services \n\n\nLivelihoods and community resilience \n\n\nSustainable food systems \n\n\nBioeconomy contributions \n\n\nTraditions\, knowledge\, and innovation \n\n\nFinancial and policy frameworks \n\n\nSilvopastoral systems \n\n\nMultistrata agroforestry with perennial crops \n\n\n✨ Why Attend WCA2025? \n\n\nHear from leading global experts in agroforestry research and practice \n\n\nShare innovations that improve farmer incomes and food security \n\n\nExplore solutions for climate change mitigation and adaptation \n\n\nNetwork with farmers\, advisors\, governments\, NGOs\, and private sector leaders \n\n\nShape the global conversation on sustainable and resilient agro-ecosystems \n\n\n📢 Abstract submissions are open until May 31\, 2025!Submit your research\, development project\, or innovative fieldwork findings for poster or oral presentations\, and be part of the global dialogue driving the future of agroforestry. \n👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the future of people-centered\, climate-smart\, and profitable agroforestry systems.
URL:https://caawo.org/event/6th-world-congress-on-agroforestry-wca2025
CATEGORIES:Climate Change,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251009T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251015T170000
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SUMMARY:IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025
DESCRIPTION:IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025📅 9–15 October 2025 \nEvery four years\, the IUCN World Conservation Congress brings together thousands of conservation experts\, Indigenous leaders\, policymakers\, scientists\, NGOs\, and businesses from across the globe. This landmark event serves as the world’s largest platform for shaping global conservation policy and driving transformative action for nature and people. \n🌍 A Congress with Three Components \n\n\nForum (9–12 October)The Forum is the world’s largest marketplace for conservation knowledge\, innovation\, and practice. Participants explore solutions to today’s most urgent environmental challenges\, from climate change and biodiversity loss to sustainable development. \n\n\nExhibition (9–13 October)The Exhibition showcases the work of IUCN Members\, Commissions\, partners\, businesses\, and academia. Open to both Congress participants and the public\, it highlights cutting-edge research\, technologies\, and community-driven solutions that advance global conservation. \n\n\nMembers’ Assembly (13–15 October)The Members’ Assembly is IUCN’s highest decision-making body. Here\, Member organisations debate and vote on motions that shape international conservation priorities and policies for years to come. \n\n\n💡 Congress Themes 2025This edition of the Congress focuses on five key themes driving transformative conservation\, from protecting biodiversity and climate resilience to fostering inclusive governance and sustainable economies. \n🌱 A Sustainable CongressIUCN is committed to making the Congress environmentally responsible by reducing its footprint and ensuring positive impacts for host communities. \n✨ Why Attend? \n\n\nInfluence global conservation policy \n\n\nLearn from the latest scientific and community-based innovations \n\n\nConnect with decision-makers\, leaders\, and activists worldwide \n\n\nBe part of the most important conservation gathering of the decade \n\n\n👉 Join us at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 and help shape a sustainable future for people and planet.
URL:https://caawo.org/event/iucn-world-conservation-congress-2025
LOCATION:IUCN World Conservation Congress
CATEGORIES:Business,Climate Change,Environment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250807
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SUMMARY:World Ocean Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Ocean Day – June 8\, 2024 \nOur ocean sustains life\, regulates our climate\, and supports biodiversity. Yet\, pollution\, overfishing\, and climate change threaten its delicate balance. \nOn June 8\, 2024\, join the global movement for World Ocean Day to protect and restore our blue planet. Together\, we can create a healthier\, more sustainable future for our ocean and for generations to come. \n🔗 Learn more about World Ocean Day \n#WorldOceanDay #ProtectOurOceans #OneOceanOneFuture #CAAWO
URL:https://caawo.org/event/world-ocean-day
CATEGORIES:Aquatic Life,Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250606T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250613T170000
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SUMMARY:2025 UN Ocean Conference
DESCRIPTION:2025 UN Ocean Conference – Nice\, France \nOur Ocean\, Our Future\, Our Responsibility. \nThe 2025 UN Ocean Conference\, co-hosted by France and Costa Rica\, will take place in Nice\, France\, from June 9–13\, 2025. This high-level event will accelerate global action to conserve and sustainably use our oceans\, seas\, and marine resources in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG 14). \nLeaders\, organizations\, scientists\, and communities worldwide will come together to drive urgent solutions for ocean conservation\, sustainable use\, and economic resilience. The time to act is now! \n🔗 Learn more and get involved \n#UNOceanConference #SDG14 #ProtectOurOceans #CAAWO
URL:https://caawo.org/event/2025-un-ocean-conference
CATEGORIES:Aquatic Life,Climate Change,Environment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250606
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SUMMARY:World Environment Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Our Land. Our Future. – World Environment Day 2025 \nEcosystems around the world are at a tipping point—from forests and lakes to farmlands and drylands. Up to 40% of the planet’s land is degraded\, affecting billions of lives and threatening our future. \nThis World Environment Day\, observed on June 5\, 2025\, focuses on land restoration\, halting desertification\, and building drought resilience under the theme “Our Land. Our Future. We are #GenerationRestoration.” \nWe may not turn back time\, but we can restore forests\, revive water sources\, and heal the land. Join the movement and take action today! \n🔗 Learn more about World Environment Day \n#WorldEnvironmentDay #GenerationRestoration #ActForNature #CAAWO
URL:https://caawo.org/event/world-environment-day-2025
CATEGORIES:Environment,General
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